(54/200) Unless otherwise posted, school zone speed limits apply on school days during the following hours:

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8:30 AM to 1 hour after sunset 8:00–9:30 AM, 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, and 3:00–4:30 PM 8:30–9:30 AM, 12:00–1:00 PM, and 3:30–4:00 PM 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

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Question Analysis

In Alberta, school zone speed limits (typically 30 km/h unless otherwise posted) are in effect on school days during specific time periods when children are likely to be arriving at, leaving, or returning to school. According to the Alberta Driver's Guide, the standard school zone hours are 8:00–9:30 AM, 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, and 3:00–4:30 PM, unless otherwise posted. These times cover the morning drop-off, lunch break, and afternoon pick-up periods.

Correct Answer Analysis

Correct Answer: 8:00–9:30 AM, 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, and 3:00–4:30 PM

The correct option lists the exact standard hours as specified in the Alberta Driver's Guide: 8:00–9:30 AM, 11:30 AM–1:30 PM, and 3:00–4:30 PM. These times are designed to protect children during the most common school travel times.

Wrong Options Analysis

Option: 8:30 AM to 1 hour after sunset

This is incorrect because school zone speed limits are not tied to sunset; they are based on fixed daytime hours when school is in session. Sunset times vary throughout the year and do not align with school schedules.

Option: 8:30–9:30 AM, 12:00–1:00 PM, and 3:30–4:00 PM

This is incorrect because the times are too narrow and do not cover the full periods when children are typically going to and from school. For example, the morning period should start at 8:00 AM, and the afternoon period should extend to 4:30 PM.

Option: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

This is incorrect because it implies a continuous period, but school zone speed limits are not in effect during the entire day. They are only active during the specific intervals when children are likely to be present, such as lunchtime and the start/end of the school day.

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